“For my part, getting up seems not so easy By half as lying.”
Quote by Thomas Hood
Work
The works of Thomas Hood: Comic and serious, in prose and verse
The book is a compilation of Thomas Hood's literary works, encompassing both humorous and serious pieces, presented in both prose and verse formats. more
Author
Thomas Hood
Thomas Hood, born on May 17, 1799, and died on May 3, 1845, was a prominent British poet. Known for his humor and satire, he is best remembered for his poem 'I Lost My Love'. more
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